With the arrival of OpenText Documentum version 24.4, the use of OpenText Directory Services (OTDS) becomes mandatory for both license management and user authentication. This means that no customer will be able to operate without a valid license managed through OTDS, including administrative users such as dmadmin.
What is OTDS and why is it essential?
OpenText Directory Services (OTDS) functions as an identity provider (IdP) that centralizes authentication and access control within OpenText environments. Its integration allows:
- Single sign-on (SSO): Access to multiple applications with a single authentication.
- Integration with corporate directories: Compatible with Azure Active Directory and LDAP, facilitating the synchronization of users and groups.
- Centralized license management: Starting with version 24.4, OTDS validates and allocates licenses for use.
Benefits of integrating OTDS with Azure AD and LDAP
Combining OTDS with services such as Azure AD or LDAP offers key advantages:
- Automatic provisioning: Microsoft Entra ID can synchronize users and groups directly with OTDS, keeping attributes always up to date.
- Enhanced security: Implementation of corporate security policies such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) and centralized access management.
- Increased efficiency: Reduced administrative burden by eliminating the management of multiple authentication systems.
How to prepare for the migration to version 24.4
Updating requires prior planning to avoid incidents:
- Evaluate the current infrastructure: Review the authentication and licensing configuration in use.
- Define integration: Determine how OTDS will connect to existing directories (Azure AD, LDAP, etc.).
- Train the technical team: Ensure that administrators are familiar with OTDS configuration and management.
Why choose CIM to implement OTDS?
At CIM, we have a team of experts with extensive experience in the installation and configuration of OTDS. We have helped several organizations to integrate OTDS with Azure AD and LDAP, ensuring smooth, secure and customized migrations.
Our approach is customized: we analyze each case to offer the solution that best fits your organization’s needs.
Next steps
If your company is planning to upgrade to OpenText version 24.4, now is the time to prepare for OTDS integration.
At CIM we can accompany you throughout the process:
- Initial planning
- Technical implementation
- Ongoing support and optimization
📩 Contact us to learn how we can help you ensure a safe and successful transition to OpenText 24.4 with OTDS.
